Phillies ready for ‘fun challenge’ in hosting red-hot Dodgers

Mookie Betts and the Dodgers are coming to town. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire)
PHILADELPHIA — The focus of the baseball world will be centered on Citizens Bank Park this weekend as the Phillies, off to a strong start in 2025, host the hottest team in the major leagues. The undefeated Dodgers are coming to Philadelphia for a three-game series starting Friday night after ripping off eight straight wins to begin the season.Led by two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani — still only